Terry Fox was a Canadian athlete and cancer activist who displayed immense courage and determination. Born on July 28, 1958, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Terry was the son of Betty and Rolly Fox and had three siblings.
humbleness,made supportive decisions raised money for cancer, was strong and he kept on running.
Strengths and Weaknesses
His weaknesses was him suffering from Cancer.
His strengths were his corrage while running and not stop until cancer entered his lungs.
Basic Information About Terry Fox
Terry Fox was born July, 28 1958 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN. Terry Fox was the son of Betty Fox and Rolly Fox, Terry also had 3 siblings. Terry played Basketball, Rugby and Soccer. He later did long distance running in high school He was chosen as a member of the starting team of his high school Basketball team in 10th grade and was Co-winner of his schools athlete of the year award in grade 12. Terry attended kinesiology so he could become a physical education teacher. He also was chosen for the schools junior varsity basketball team.
personality
Terry fox had courage because he ran across Canada to raise money, he was caring and he cared for all of the kids he who had cancer and all the other kids. He was such a brave soul and had cancer of his own and walked Canada west to east to raise cancer research money.
awards
Terry fox won canadian newsmaker for the year 1981,1980. also persons of national historic significance 2008 marathon of hope. His last award was lou marsh trophy 1980 marathon of hope.